H.R. 5634 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Medical Cannabis Research Act of 2018
H.R. 5634 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) was introduced on Apr 26, 2018, sponsored by Matt Gaetz with 44 co-sponsors.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Apr 26, 2018
- Co-sponsors
- 44
- Policy area
- Health
What it does
Medical Cannabis Research Act of 2018 This bill amends the Controlled Substances Act to establish a new, separate registration process for manufacturers of cannabis for research. The Drug Enforcement Administration must assess whether there is an adequate and uninterrupted supply of research cannabis and register additional manufacturers.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Matt Gaetz (R-FL). Co-sponsors: 25 Democrats, 19 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 26, 2018
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. (Sep 13, 2018)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
- Veterans' Affairs Committee
- Energy and Commerce Committee
More
From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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